Studies on the Suitability of Ubakala Bentonitic Clay for Oil Well Drilling Mud Formulation
T. U. Apugo-Nwosu, I. A. Mohammed-Dabo, A. S. Ahmed, G. Abubakar, A. S. Alkali & S. I. Ayilara · Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology · 2011
The suitability of a Nigerian bentonitic (Ubakala) clay material to be used as drilling mud for oil well drilling was investigated, with Wyoming bentonite being used as a standard. Particle size distribution, Cation Exchange Capacity of the sample were determined and compared. X-...
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10.9734/BJAST/2011/407